GOLDSBORO, N.C. — Wayne Community College’s Computer-Integrated Machining program has received a substantial boost with a $19,500 donation from the Gene Haas Foundation, providing critical support for students pursuing careers in manufacturing technology. The donation will be strategically divided to maximize its impact on both students and faculty. The bulk of the funds—$18,000—will go directly…… read more »
Category Archives: Local News
Gene Haas Foundation Awards $19,500 Grant to Wayne Community College Machining Program
U.S. 52 Ramp Closures in Winston-Salem Extended Through September 19
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – North Carolina Department of Transportation contractors have extended the closure of U.S. 52 northbound ramps at Hanes Mill Road through September 19, as part of an ongoing highway widening project. The northbound on and off ramps at Hanes Mill Road, originally scheduled to reopen September 17, are now expected to resume normal…… read more »
Cypress Creek Renewables Expands Educational Partnership to Reach Over 2,100 Additional Students
Solar Company Teams with Betabox Learning to Address Growing Workforce Shortage in the Carolinas WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — Cypress Creek Renewables, a leading renewable energy developer, announced Tuesday the expansion of its educational partnership with Betabox Learning for the 2025-26 school year, extending STEM programming to more than 2,100 additional students across 8 to 10…… read more »
InJoy Thrift Stores Celebrates 10 Years of Community Service with Free Family Event
Local thrift store chain marks milestone anniversary with health screenings, entertainment, and community giveaways GOLDSBORO, N.C — InJoy Thrift Stores will commemorate its 10th anniversary with a free family celebration on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the InJoy parking lot. The milestone event highlights the company’s decade-long commitment to…… read more »
NC Health Secretary Visits Western Counties for Hurricane Helene Recovery Assessment
Cabinet Leader Joins Governor’s Day of Service One Year After Devastating Storm RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai traveled to western North Carolina this week as part of a coordinated Cabinet effort to assess Hurricane Helene recovery progress and demonstrate continued state commitment to rebuilding efforts one year after…… read more »
NC By Train Launches Special Game Day Service for Carolina Panthers Home Games
RALEIGH, N.C. — Football fans across North Carolina now have a convenient and eco-friendly way to reach Carolina Panthers home games, thanks to adjusted train schedules announced by NC By Train. The state’s passenger rail service has modified its timetable to accommodate seven Panthers home games during the 2025 season, offering fans an alternative to…… read more »
Housing Authority to Host Youth Basketball and Cheer Interest Meeting
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Housing Authority of the City of Goldsboro (HACG) will host an information and interest meeting for local youth interested in participating in a regional basketball and cheerleading competition. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 24th at 5:00 PM at the West Haven/Dupont Center. The session will provide details about the…… read more »
Building Bridges: Local DJ and Police Officer Partner to Host Community Family Fun Night
Event Aims to Strengthen Police-Community Relations in Goldsboro GOLDSBORO, N.C. – In an effort to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community, local DJ and educator Bryan Rashon Lewis has partnered with Goldsboro Police Officer Hunter Whitaker to organize a Family Fun Night scheduled for September 20, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00…… read more »
Wayne Community College Foundation Launches Fall Arts and Humanities Lecture Series
GOLDSBORO, N.C. – The Foundation of Wayne Community College will present its biannual Arts and Humanities series this fall, featuring five diverse programs designed to engage the local community in educational and cultural experiences. All events will take place at 5:30 p.m. in Moffatt Auditorium, located in the Wayne Learning Center on the college’s main…… read more »
Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair Returns for 10 Days of Family Fun
September 25 – October 4, 2025 WAYNE COUNTY, N.C. — The Wayne Regional Agricultural Fair is set to return for its 76th year, promising 10 days of entertainment, competitions, and family-friendly activities from September 25 through October 4, 2025. The fair, owned and operated by the Wayne County Livestock Development Association (WCLDA), continues its tradition…… read more »
